
CREATIVE WRITING
at the Ruth Asawa School of the Arts in San Francisco
Welcome! CW develops the art and craft of creative writing through instruction, collaboration, and respect. This blog showcases STUDENT WRITING and how to APPLY to Creative Writing.
Month: April 2013
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by Shanna (’13) i didn’t eat for 3 days and 3 stupid boys told me i looked skinny enough to toss in a bed and i broke 3 nails punching them out you’re scared of me because i curse like it’s my first language and i act like i’m 6’2 even though i don’t wear…
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by Molly (’15) As all of you have no doubt heard, Abigail has stepped down from her duties as Closet Queen. I, as her successor, would like to thank the public for electing me to this vital role in Creative Writing society. Those of you who are familiar with Closet Queen duties know how highly…
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Lately I’ve been pondering war. They’re political, they hurt like hell to think about– I’ve carried this morbid fascination with the topic since Modern World last year. That’s probably where this got started, learning about World War One and reading All Quiet On The Western Front. WWI was the last of the Romantic wars, trench…
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by Mykel (’14) I’ve always been an obsessive person. I move through intense phases where I read everything I can on a particular subject. I cycle through periods of enthusiasm: eras of history, TV shows, foods, philosophies, and musicians have all had their turn in the spotlight… I always have the urge to share my…
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by Hazel (’13) It seems that kids are supposed to know what they want to do with their lives at younger and younger ages. Anyone who is in school right now (and possibly others, though I can’t speak for them) will probably know what I’m talking about. The thing is, it’s so accepted that it’s…
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by Giorgia (’14) I dragged Abigail up top to Mollie Stones with me last week, with the promise of a pompelmo San Pellegrino soda, because I wanted company and she was thirsty. (Now, you see, Abigail and I have a very unique kind of relationship where I wipe flour on her shirt and call her…
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‘Aight, here are the long-awaited behind-the-scenes photos. Stay tuned for behind-the-scenes videos, for an in-depth look at CW’s creative process and waffles.
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To be honest, I never really saw myself as much of a play person. It’s not a long held prejudice, or a complicated one. I’ve just never been very interested in reading them on paper, and although I enjoy the productions that I get a chance to see, it’s just not something I find myself…
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24 Creative Writers 12 Plays 120 minutes of pure entertainment 1 night only “Work Hard Play Harder” Friday April 12, 2013 7:30 Showtime $10 for Students, $15 for Adults The Ruth Asawa School of the Arts Creative Writing Department is pleased to present “Work Hard Play Harder” our tenth annual play writing showcase event. The…